Ukraine's Zelensky proposes PM Shmyhal as new Defence Minister
Zelensky said he counted on backing from parliament for the new configuration of his government
EU trade deal may open export markets for green, sustainable goods: RI
Deputy Minister of Trade, Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri, said that the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic ...
At least four killed in small plane crash at London Southend airport
Britains national news agency reported that a document listing passengers indicated that two Dutch pilots and a Chilean nurse were among those aboard
Nine killed in U.S. nursing home fire
One person remains in critical condition, over 30 were taken to hospitals and at least a dozen were saved in a rescue requiring ladders
Cambodia will start military conscription next year as tensions with Thailand persist
Hun Manet, Hun Sens son and successor, said that starting in 2026, an existing law on conscription would be implemented to fill shortages and upgrade the military's capabilities
Indonesia cracks human trafficking case linked to Myanmar
An investigation by Indonesia's National Police (Polri), launched following the repatriation of a human trafficking ...
No specific date set for nuclear talks with U.S., says Iran
Iran has no set date for US nuclear talks after war with Israel, maintaining commitment to 2015 agreement
Indonesian ministries collaborate to help migrant workers
Indonesia's Manpower Minister Yassierli has emphasized the importance of expanding job opportunities for migrant ...
Indonesia urges cement firms to export, go green to cut surplus
The Indonesian government is encouraging the domestic cement industry to expand into export markets and develop ...
Israel strikes military tanks in southern Syria as Syrian forces clash with Druze militias
The clashes in Syria initially broke out between armed groups from the Druze and Sunni Bedouin clans, with some members of the government security forces actively participating in support of the Bedouins
Gaza truce talks enter second week as Israeli strikes kill 30
Stuttering Gaza ceasefire talks continue as U.S. President Trump remains hopeful; Israeli strikes kill 30; negotiations deadlocked over ceasefire and hostages
Stokes inspires England to defeat stubborn India
Ben Stokes once again inspires England to a 22-run win over a stubborn India on an unbearably tense final day of the third Test at Lord's.
Sekolah Rakyat using AI to map student talent: minister
Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment, Muhaimin Iskandar, has said that schools established under the Sekolah ...
Jakarta tests Rorotan RDF plant using dry waste
The Jakarta government is conducting a trial run of the Rorotan Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF) facility in North Jakarta ...
India orders airlines to check fuel switches on Boeing jets
India's aviation regulator gives airlines that operate in the country a week to comply with the order.
Indonesia's ministry, diplomats team up to expand migrant job markets
Indonesia's Ministry for Migrant Workers Protection (P2MI) met with senior diplomats in Jakarta on Monday to ...
Sekolah Rakyat helping ease burden of school costs: parents
Several parents in East Jakarta have expressed their enthusiasm for the Sekolah Rakyat (Peoples School) program ...
Trump's 32 pct tariff on Indonesia delayed for more talks: minister
Indonesias Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto, confirmed that the implementation of ...
Search continues for three missing Indonesian Hajj pilgrims
Indonesian and Saudi Arabian authorities are continuing the search for three Indonesian Hajj pilgrims who have been ...
Regional heads urged to assess inflation control efforts
Secretary General of the Ministry of Home Affairs Tomsi Tohir called on regional heads to thoroughly evaluate inflation ...
Govt to develop cooperatives for returning migrant workers
The Ministry for the Protection of Migrant Workers and the Cooperatives Ministry have agreed to establish migrant ...
National Police Traffic Corps launches traffic enforcement operation
The Indonesian National Police Traffic Corps (Korlantas Polri) officially launched its traffic enforcement operation ...
Sekolah Rakyat promotes equality through free education: Indonesia
The Indonesian governments free school program, Sekolah Rakyat (Peoples School), prioritizes equality and ...
Welcome new students with a smile: dy minister to seniors
Deputy Minister of Primary and Secondary EducationAtip Latipulhayathas reminded senior students to warmly ...
Nudging Indigenization: Competition in Indias AIP Submarine Program
Indias Ministry of Defense and the Indian Navy could benefit from competition-induced innovation and cost-related silver linings.
Chopras Support Fueled Maharaj
The 2024 historical thriller marked the acting debut of Aamir Khans son, Junaid Khan, whom Siddharth described as like a son. Filmmaker Siddharth P. Malhotra has credited Aditya Chopras unwavering emotional support as the backbone behind the making and release of his period drama Maharaj. In a candid conversation Malhotra opened up about the intense personal and professional challenges he faced, the unpredictable release strategy, and the deep bond he shares with debutant actor Junaid Khan. The director recalled how Chopras mentorship and heartfelt encouragement kept him going, especially during the uncertain days of the COVID-19 pandemic. There were moments
Musicals part of RI intellectual property wealth: dy minister
Deputy Minister of Creative EconomyIrene Umarhas emphasized that musicals are among Indonesias ...
Ministry prioritizes domestic market security, export market expansion
Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti stated that her ministry is focusing on securing the domestic market, expanding ...
UI researcher finds HIV-fighting property of Indian camphorweed
A researcher from the University of Indonesia has reported that an active ingredient derived from Indian camphorweed ...
Indonesia's airlines seek to add flights as Fornas VIII approaches
Several airlines have submitted requests to operate extra flights for the 8th National Community Sports Festival ...
Indonesia's Riau launches first direct Umrah flight to Jeddah
Riau Governor Abdul Wahid on Monday officially inaugurated the first direct PekanbaruJeddah flight at Sultan ...
Kids learn rupiah history through games at Bank Indonesia Museum
The Bank Indonesia (BI) Museum is hosting an interactive exhibition titled Bentengan from July 15 to ...
Greater Manchester region gears up to grab new opportunities set up in England
The current first half of 2025 has brought exciting times for North England, especially for the Greater Manchester region. Rahul Laud reports on the new Indian consulate opened in Manchester, direct flight to Mumbai from Manchester, the global premiere of Come Fall in Love based on the iconic Hindi film, DDLJ, huge investment by RPS Goenka group in LCC and more Celebrating Greater ManchesterIndia Connections at Emirates Old Trafford witnessed the regions key stakeholders come together to highlight and strengthen the important ties between Greater Manchester and India across trade, innovation, sport, culture, academia, and more. Business Growth Hub, Marketing
Indonesia, European Commission discuss strategic partnership
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen began discussion on ...
MEDIA: Censorship curtails media freedom in Pak-controlled Kashmir
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) reported that the crackdown on journalists in the Pakistan-controlled Kashmir was worse than in the other areas of the country writes Dr Sakariya Kareem Suppression of media freedom and content censorship in Pakistan-controlled areas appeared to have reached an unprecedented level in recent years, thanks to the governments resort to draconian laws. Economic punishment, punitive legislation, besides physical violence and abductions, are among the tools that are being used to silence the media and the free flow of news. The recently amended Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) is used widely to punish
Pahalgam Bled, But Kashmir Didnt Bow
Pahalgam was the latest act in a long campaign of Pakistan-based militancy aimed at destabilizing Kashmir, especially as the region has gained strength through development,writes John Spencer On April 22, 2025, gunmen attacked a group of civilians in the scenic town of Pahalgam, Kashmir, killing 26 and wounding at least 17 others. The victims were pilgrims, tourists, and local residents. The massacre shocked India, triggered a brief war with Pakistan, and briefly made international headlines. But what got less attention was why the attack happened and what it reveals about the strategic nature of modern terrorism. While every terrorist attack
Indonesia, EU ready to ink trade pact in Sep: minister
The Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA) is expected to be signed in ...
Rp48.8 trillion approved for IKN development through 2028
The Nusantara Capital Authority (Otorita IKN) has announced that a budget of around Rp48.8 trillion has been approved ...
Indonesia wants to send more students to Europe: Prabowo
President Prabowo Subianto has expressed his willingness to send more Indonesian students to reputable universities in ...
Jakarta supports fathers joining children's school start
The Jakarta provincial government has expressed full support for the Fathers Accompanying Children on the First ...
Hundreds campaign for Friendly School Environment Orientation Period
Around 530 new students from senior high schools (SMA), vocational high schools (SMK), and special needs schools (SLB) ...
Optimistic madrasas will give rise to future leaders: Umar
While opening the 2025 Madrasah Student Introduction Period (MATSAMA) at MAN 4 Jakarta on Monday, Religious Affairs ...
Test your knowledge of the history, symbolism, and celebrations behind Frances most iconic national holiday - Bastille Day.
Sekolah Rakyat orientation may extend 15 days: Minister
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf stated that the orientation period for Sekolah Rakyat may last up to 15 days, ...
Sekolah Rakyatstudents with vision issues to get free glasses
Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin has informed that all Sekolah Rakyat students who suffer from vision problems, such ...
Jakarta to target official vehicles in upcoming traffic operation
Jakartas traffic enforcement campaign, Operasi Patuh Jaya 2025, will target not only private vehicles but also ...
Sekolah Rakyat to nurture students interests: minister
Coordinating Minister for Peoples EmpowermentAbdul Muhaimin Iskandarhas said that Sekolah Rakyat ...
Riau Islands Police foil foreign vessel piracy operation
The Riau Islands Regional Police's Water and Air Police Directorate (Ditpolairud) arrested a group of robbers ...
Kopasgat wingsuit troops: Indonesia's silent aerial vanguard
Fighter pilots are often regarded as the spearhead of air defense. Piloting their F-16s, Sukhois, or Hawk 100s/200s, ...
First Indian astronaut to go to ISS is set to return
The Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission with Shubhanshu Shukla will soon undock from the orbiting laboratory.
Jaishankar is on a three-day visit to China to attend the Foreign Ministers Meeting of the SCO member states being held in Tianjin.reports Asian Lite News External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev in Beijing on Monday. The two leaders discussed the SCOs growing importance and ongoing efforts to modernise its functioning. Jaishankar is on a three-day visit to China to attend the Foreign Ministers Meeting of the SCO member states being held in Tianjin. Following the meeting, the EAM shared on social media, Glad to meet SCO SG Nurlan Yermekbayev in Beijing today.
We continue to engage with the U.S. administration and prioritise a negotiated solution by the new deadline of August 1. I cannot imagine walking away without any effort, Maros Sefcovic said
Indonesia welcomes EU multi-entry Schengen visa policy
Chairman of the House of Representatives' Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation Agency (BKSAP), Mardani Ali Sera, praised ...
Orientation begins at Jakarta's Sekolah Rakyat tuition-free schools
The government-operated tuition-free Sekolah Rakyat (People's School) program has commenced its student orientation ...
Government-varsities collaborate for AI-biotech healthcare integration
The Health Ministry, Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), and Del Technology Institute (IT Del) have inked a ...
Indonesia-EU partnership contributes to global economy: Prabowo
President Prabowo Subianto stated that the strategic agreement between Indonesia and the European Union plays a role in ...
Erasing the Dalai Lama: Chinas cultural warfare and its geopolitical consequences
As the birthplace of Buddhism and a civilisational anchor for Asia, India has both the moral authority and strategic incentive to defend the spiritual future of Tibetan Buddhism, writes Maj Gen Deepak Mehra (Retd) Bullets may silence a voice, but belief endures across borders and generations. Chinas biggest threat is not an army, but a monk. In a world defined by hard borders and harder regimes, few figures command global reverence like His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. Recently, as he approached his 90th birthday, the spiritual leader reaffirmed a decision that has sent tremors through the corridors of power
Cathay United Bank Wins Dual Honors at 2025 Bloomberg Businessweek Financial Institutions Awards
Cathay United Bank has once again garnered international acclaim, receiving accolades at theBloomberg ...
A new chapter for Kashmir: How economic growth is transforming lives
The regions potential as a vibrant economic hub of South Asia becomes increasingly evident, offering valuable lessons and opportunities for broader regional collaboration, writes Lieutenant General Dushyant Singh (Retd) Since 2019, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has entered a decisive new phase marked by substantial economic and social developments. Focused infrastructure, healthcare, education, tourism, and entrepreneurship initiatives have begun to reshape the regions economic landscape, positively impacting millions of residents regardless of their political or cultural affiliations. Building Connectivity for Prosperity Central to Jammu and Kashmirs recent transformation is an ambitious infrastructure boom. Over 1,000 road and bridge projects, valued at
IEU-CEPA negotiations enter final stage: Minister Airlangga
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto stated that the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive ...
Bond, debond, recycle - tesa opens new Debonding on Demand laboratory in Singapore
tesa, internationalmanufacturerofadhesivetapesandself-adhesiveproduct ...
Minister expects EU investment surge following I-EU CEPA
Investment and Downstream Minister Rosan Perkasa Roeslani is optimistic that European companies will expand and invest ...
New EU visa policy eases Indonesians' travel access
The European Union (EU) has announced a new visa policy for Indonesian nationals, making them eligible for a ...
Chelsea finished as top scorers in the tournament with 17 goals; one more than PSG, Manchester City and Bayern who were all on 16. Chelsea FC have been crowned the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup champions after a superb performance by Cole Palmer guided the Premier League side to a resounding 3-0 final victory over ten-man Paris Saint-Germain on Monday (IST). In a blockbuster final at the MetLife Stadium, Palmer scored twice in an eight-minute spell in the opening half and then played through Joao Pedro just before the break to set up the Blues for a deserved triumph over
Don't vilify Air India crash crew: Indian pilots' association
The ICPA says any suggestion of pilot suicide without evidence is a disservice to the dignity of the profession.
Aviation authority says Boeing fuel switches are safe during crash probe
A preliminary investigation found the switches had been turned off in June's fatal Air India crash.
Jaishankar Bats for Better Ties with China
Jaishankar underlined the importance of open dialogue and the exchange of perspectives as essential between two major neighbours and economies.reports Asian Lite News External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, in talks with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on Monday, underscored that steady normalisation of India-China relations could deliver mutually beneficial outcomes for both nations. He underlined the importance of open dialogue and the exchange of perspectives as essential between two major neighbours and economies. Jaishankar, who is currently in China on a three-day visit to attend the Foreign Ministers Meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in Tianjin, held talks in
A senior-level forum in Madrid brought together more than 200 decision-makers from government, finance, and the ...
The Blokees' Marvel Hero Assemble Limited-time Pop-up event has officially launched
On June 30th, theBlokees' Marvel Hero Assemble Limited-time Pop-up event was officially launched ...
KKP, Australia discuss fisheries quality assurance cooperation
The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF) is pursuing opportunities for collaboration on the fishery ...
Capsized KMP Tunu wreck located, recovery underway: Minister
Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi announced that the wreck of KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya, which sank in the Bali ...
The EU is delaying retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods in hopes of reaching a deal by Aug. 1
Ms. Von der Leyen said those countermeasures would be delayed until Aug. 1, and that Mr. Trump's letter shows that we have until the first of August to negotiate
President Prabowo seals EU trade deal, meets King Philippe in Brussels
President Prabowo Subianto met with King Philippe of Belgium at the Laeken Royal Palace in Brussels during his visit to ...
Trump to make unprecedented second state visit to U.K. between September 17-19
Trump, who is a big supporter of the royal family, particularly of the monarch, will be accompanied by his wife, Melania Trump during the three-day visit, the palace confirmed.
Cameroons 92-year-old President Biya seeks eighth term amid health rumors and political challenges
Cameroons second President since independence from France in 1960, Paul Biya has been in power since 1982.
Carse keeps England alive on thrilling fourth day
Brydon Carse's sublime late burst leaves India 58-4 at the end of a thrilling day four, still needing 135 to beat England in the third Test at Lord's.
Nigerias ex-president Muhammadu Buhari dies aged 82
Muhammadu Buhari led Africa's most populous nation until 2023, when he was succeeded by Bola Tinubu, also from the All Progressives Congress.
Imran Khans Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf launches movement for his release from jail
This informal launch comes less than a month ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party's earlier declared date of August 5.
Prabowo seeks greater EU role in boosting Indonesias growth
President Prabowo Subianto has expressed his desire for greater European involvement in supporting Indonesias ...
Indonesia-EU CEPA agreement concluded after 10 years
Negotiations on the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA) have officially ...
Indonesia's Sekolah Rakyat aims to lift children from poverty: PCO
The Indonesian government's tuition-free school initiative, Sekolah Rakyat set to launch on July 14 ...
Indonesia expands free health check program to students
The Indonesian government is expanding its Free Health Check (CKG) program to target school students, according to ...
A year after Trumps near-assassination, friends and allies see some signs of a changed man
One year after Donald Trumps near-assassination at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, friends and allies see some signs of a changed man
Dalai Lama succession issue thorn in relations with India, says China
Yu Jing, a Chinese embassy spokesperson, said that some people from strategic and academic communities in India had made improper remarks on the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama
Indonesia to refloat ferry sunk in Bali Strait, 17 still missing
An Indonesian joint search and rescue (SAR) team is preparing to refloat the Tunu Pratama Jaya ferry, which capsized ...
Indonesia to expand forest use for food, energy, GDP growth in 2026
The Indonesian government plans to expand the use of forest land in 2026 to support food, energy, and water security, ...
EU eases deforestation rules: Indonesian Trade Minister
The European Union (EU) has softened its stance on enforcing the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) toward Indonesia, ...
Indonesia deports Chinese fugitive in $1.8 mln fraud case
Indonesian immigration authorities have deported a Chinese national, identified only as XP, who was wanted in his home ...
Ukraine says suspected Russian FSB assassins killed in Kyiv region
Ukrainian intelligence eliminates Russian FSB agents suspected of killing SBU colonel in Kyiv, sparking tensions between the two countries
Sulbar Governor sets 20-book minimum for high school graduation
High school students in West Sulawesi province were now required to read 20 books by the end of their 3-year study ...
